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Alan Magee

Alan Magee

Marshalled and Aine dig deep for another win

Sun 29th May 2022, 16:06

Marshalled (far side) jumps the last with Shantou LuckyMarshalled (far side) jumps the last with Shantou Lucky
© Photo Healy Racing

Marshalled gained a fourth career win when rallying gamely on the run-in for Aine O’Connor to land the Play Ladbrokes 5-A-Side On Football Ladies Handicap Hurdle at Punchestown.

The JP McManus-owned gelding was prominent throughout in this extended 2m3f event but was headed after making a slight mistake at the final flight.

However, the 7/2 chance dug deep on the run-in under a strong drive to get the better of 5/2 favourite Shantou Lucky by three-quarters-of-a-length. Benkei finished a further three-and-three-quarter lengths back in third.

Winning trainer Padraig Roche said, “He’s a summer horse and will run over hurdles and fences.

“Aine gave him a great ride and it worked out great.

“He’s tough and he’s consistent. I think that’s his fourth win and he’s a grand genuine horse.”

About Alan Magee
Alan has worked in the racing industry for well over 30 years including with the Sporting Life, Turform and Irish Racing Services. He took up his current role as Irish Racing Team Leader with the Press Association in 2013. He has a keen interest in most sports and plays golf.